Theme |
Exploratory |
Preprofessional |
Professional |
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Ethics:
The educational
leader understands moral, ethical and social implications of teaching in a democracy and
uses this knowledge to inform practice. |
demonstrates basic knowledge of ethical
predispositions and expectations of the profession.
demonstrates understanding of the
basic precepts of a democratic society. |
understands ethical principles of the profession
including those pertaining to students, parents, colleagues, community and the profession. |
demonstrates appropriate ethical reasoning and
behavior in all dealings with students, parents, colleagues and others. |
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Law:
The educational leader
understands the developing legal foundations of the profession and uses this knowledge to
inform practice. |
understands basic legal principles of American
education. knows how to access and keep abreast of the laws pertaining to the
profession. |
understands school law and the rights and
responsibilities of students, teachers and parents.
understands the concept of fair use
as applied to multimedia technology and Internet use. |
demonstrates attitudes and behaviors consistent
with upholding ethical principles of school law in all matters related to teaching. |
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History:
The educational
leader knows the history of the profession and uses this knowledge to build current
practices and to plan for the future. |
has knowledge of education in the western world
from 2000 B.C. to the present. |
understands the history of education in the
western world with emphasis on the development of American educational institutions and
the academic preparation of minority groups of women. |
employs knowledge of the history of education in
designing and delivering instruction, as well as interactions with students, parents,
colleagues and others. |
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Philosophy:
The educational leader
understands the metaphysical, epistemological and axiological principles central to past
and present development of American education and uses this knowledge to develop a
personal philosophy of education to guide professional practice. |
identifies meanings, functions and basic tenets of philosophy. |
comprehends philosophies most influential in American
education, as well as pedagogical views of recognized theorists. |
creates an emerging personal philosophy of education that
nourishes personal growth, professional development and supports best practice. |
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